The best episodes of Soupçons

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  1. 01

    S01E08 · October 28, 2004 · 49m

    The Verdict8.7

    Is Michael Peterson guilty or not guilty? The jury delivers its verdict regarding the mysterious death of his wife, Kathleen.

  2. 02

    S01E13 · June 8, 2018 · 46m

    Flawed Justice8.1

    Michael speaks to a reporter about the reasons behind his plea. Later, Kathleen's sister delivers a statement of defiance in court.

  3. 03

    S01E07 · October 28, 2004 · 50m

    The Blow Poke Returns7.7

    Kathleen's sisters pore over Michael's writings. Jurors visit the staircase at Michael's home. A vital piece of evidence reappears.

  4. 04

    S01E09 · January 30, 2013 · 55m

    Reopening the Case7.7

    Eight years later, the possibility that a key witness for the prosecution may have misled the jury could prompt the need for a new trial.

  5. 05

    S01E11 · June 8, 2018 · 52m

    Looking for Closure7.6

    Following two and a half years of house arrest, Michael must decide whether to push for a plea or risk his freedom with a new trial.

  6. 06

    S01E12 · June 8, 2018 · 46m

    Between Anger and Despair7.6

    Their faith in the justice system forever shaken, Michael and his family discuss what they can hope to achieve by continuing the fight.

  7. 07

    S01E10 · January 30, 2013 · 52m

    The Last Chance7.5

    After more experts testify about the questionable conclusions and claims of Duane Deaver, the judge rules on whether a new trial is necessary.

  8. 08

    S01E04 · October 14, 2004 · 44m

    A Prosecution Trickery7.3

    As the trial looms and media attention heats up, an autopsy report's wording ruffles the feathers of the defense team.

  9. 09

    S01E05 · October 21, 2004 · 47m

    A Weak Case7.3

    The prosecution presents its case while the defense strives to cast a reasonable doubt within the minds of the jury.

  10. 10

    S01E06 · October 21, 2004 · 47m

    The Prosecution's Revenge7.3

    A witness brings surprising levity to the stand. The judge rules on an important matter, and Michael's alleged temper comes under scrutiny.

  11. 11

    S01E03 · October 14, 2004 · 46m

    A Striking Coincidence7.1

    The death of another woman close to Peterson from 17 years earlier sparks a new investigation. She also died on a staircase, casting major doubts over the defense case.

  12. 12

    S01E01 · October 7, 2004 · 47m

    Crime or Accident?6.7

    Following his wife's suspicious death, Michael Peterson speaks about his version of the events while lawyers and expert witnesses prepare for trial.

  13. 13

    S01E02 · October 7, 2004 · 45m

    Secrets and Lies5.9

    As Michael's hidden life comes out into the open, defense experts debate if it will have a significant impact on the coming trial.

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